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Level One Game Shop
Board Games, Trading Cards, and Tabletop Gaming in Kansas City’s City Market
Business Overview
Level One Game Shop is a tabletop gaming store located at 400 Grand Boulevard, Suite #420 inside Kansas City’s Historic City Market. The shop offers a wide selection of board games, trading card games, puzzles, and tabletop accessories for players of all experience levels. Visitors can browse shelves filled with strategy games, role-playing games, miniatures, and gaming supplies while discovering new titles or classic favorites.
The store also features a dedicated play space where customers can try games before purchasing them. Staff members frequently host demonstrations and help players learn new games, making the shop a welcoming place for both experienced gamers and newcomers. Many customers say the store’s knowledgeable staff and large selection make it a favorite stop in the City Market district.
Our Story
Level One Game Shop was created to bring together the local tabletop gaming community while offering a curated selection of games and gaming accessories. The store focuses on providing a space where people can discover new games, meet fellow players, and enjoy tabletop gaming in a welcoming environment.
In addition to retail, the shop actively supports the gaming community by hosting events, participating in game publisher demo programs, and organizing meetups around Kansas City. These activities allow players to experience new games, learn strategies, and connect with other gaming enthusiasts throughout the area.
Level One Game Shop Board Games & Tabletop Games
Level One carries a large collection of board games ranging from family-friendly titles to complex strategy games. The store stocks both well-known games and harder-to-find titles that may not appear in larger retail stores.
Customers often visit the shop to browse new releases, discover unique games, or pick up something for game night with friends or family.
Trading Card Games
The store is also known for its support of trading card games (TCGs). Players can find products and supplies related to popular titles such as:
- Magic: The Gathering
- Pokémon Trading Card Game
- Star Wars Unlimited TCG
The shop regularly hosts tournaments, pre-release events, and organized play sessions for trading card games.
Gaming Accessories & Supplies
Level One Game Shop offers a wide range of gaming accessories and supplies, including:
- Dice and playmats
- Deck boxes and card sleeves
- Card organization and storage products
- Miniatures and painting supplies
- Tabletop gaming accessories
These supplies help players maintain and customize their game collections.
Puzzles & Gaming Gifts
In addition to games, the shop also carries jigsaw puzzles, themed merchandise, and gaming-related apparel and accessories. Some puzzles feature Kansas City imagery, making them popular gifts for visitors exploring the City Market area.
Gift cards are available for both in-store and online purchases, allowing shoppers to choose a custom amount when purchasing at the store.
Play Space & Game Demonstrations
One of the standout features of Level One Game Shop is its play area, where visitors can try games before deciding to buy them. The store participates in publisher demo programs and frequently hosts demo nights to showcase new releases.
Customers can explore games from the demo shelf or ask staff members for recommendations and demonstrations.
Community Events
Level One Game Shop regularly organizes gaming events both in-store and at venues around Kansas City. Events may include:
- Trading card tournaments
- Board game nights
- Miniatures and paint nights
- New game release events
These gatherings help connect gamers across the Kansas City community.
Who Will Love This Shop
- Board game enthusiasts looking for new titles
- Trading card players seeking tournaments or events
- Families searching for puzzles or group games
- Tabletop gamers needing supplies and accessories
- Visitors exploring City Market who enjoy gaming culture
Located in Kansas City’s Historic City Market
Level One Game Shop is located at 400 Grand Boulevard, Suite #420 in Kansas City’s River Market district. The City Market area features restaurants, specialty shops, and the well-known weekend farmers market.
Parking is available throughout the City Market area, including two hours of free parking in the central lot and additional parking in surrounding lots.
Phone:
(816) 482-7702
Store Hours
Monday – Friday, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
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